Electrical Manager

Electrical Manager

Position Summary

The Electrical Manager is responsible for providing strategic leadership, operational oversight, and management of all electrical construction and installation activities. This position directs field operations, personnel, project execution, safety compliance, budgeting, scheduling, and overall departmental performance to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, on time, and within budget.

The Electrical Manager plays a critical role in driving operational excellence, employee development, customer satisfaction, and division profitability while supporting organizational growth objectives.

Compensation

Salary Range: $100,000 - $115,000 Annually

Essential Responsibilities

Leadership & Management

• Provide leadership and direction for all electrical construction and installation operations.
• Promote and maintain a culture focused on safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Supervise electrical staff, field personnel, and project teams.
• Develop team capabilities through coaching, training, mentoring, and performance management.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Lead departmental and project-related meetings.

Operational Management

• Manage multiple electrical construction projects simultaneously.
• Oversee daily field operations, labor deployment, and project execution.
• Assign personnel and resources to maximize productivity and efficiency.
• Coordinate project activities with internal departments, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients.
• Monitor project schedules, staffing requirements, and resource utilization.
• Ensure installation work meets quality standards, specifications, and applicable codes.

Project Management

• Review project proposals, contracts, plans, specifications, and submittals.
• Participate in project turnover, planning, kickoff, and jobsite meetings.
• Generate and manage Requests for Information (RFIs).
• Resolve project-related issues and coordinate corrective actions.
• Schedule installation crews and oversee project labor allocation.
• Coordinate equipment, material deliveries, cranes, lifts, and subcontractor activities.
• Review daily field reports, productivity metrics, and timesheets.
• Prepare and oversee project closeout documentation.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.

Financial & Performance Management

• Manage project profitability, labor costs, and departmental expenses.
• Monitor project budgets and financial performance.
• Maintain labor utilization and productivity targets.
• Approve purchases of materials, equipment, and operating supplies within authorized budgets.
• Provide regular project and operational updates to executive leadership.
• Identify opportunities for operational improvements and cost savings.

Safety & Compliance

• Lead all safety initiatives and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety standards.
• Conduct investigations of workplace incidents, concerns, and safety issues.
• Implement corrective actions and preventative measures when necessary.
• Maintain a safe, professional, and compliant work environment.
• Ensure all installation activities comply with applicable electrical codes and regulations.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Directly supervise electricians, field personnel, and departmental staff.
• Conduct employee performance evaluations and provide ongoing performance feedback.
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, disciplinary actions, promotions, compensation recommendations, and terminations.
• Maintain and update job descriptions for direct reports.
• Address employee concerns and workplace issues in a timely manner.
• Foster employee engagement and recognize outstanding performance.

Reporting Structure

Reports To: Executive Leadership

Direct Reports: Electricians, Foremen, and Electrical Department Personnel

Collaborates With:

• Project Management
• Operations
• Engineering
• Estimating
• Safety
• Purchasing
• Executive Leadership

Technical Qualifications

Required Knowledge

• Commercial and industrial electrical installation practices
• Electrical construction methods and field operations
• High- and low-voltage motor control systems
• HVAC and DDC control systems
• Lighting systems and controls
• Electrical safety standards and regulations
• National Electrical Code (NEC) and applicable local codes
• Construction scheduling and workforce management
• Project cost control and budgeting

Technical Skills

• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, submittals, and project documentation.
• Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Proficiency in project planning, scheduling, labor management, and cost control.
• Ability to analyze project performance and implement corrective actions.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Performance Expectations

Profitability

• Maintain project gross margins within ±5% of target.

Labor Management

• Maintain labor hours within ±5% of budgeted labor allocations.

Cost Control

• Manage project expenses within approved budgets and targets.

Personnel Management

• Complete annual performance reviews for all direct reports.
• Address employee concerns and performance issues promptly.
• Review and update job descriptions annually.

Communication & Client Relations

• Conduct regular team and project meetings.
• Effectively resolve customer, vendor, and subcontractor issues.
• Provide timely project status updates to leadership and stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Electrical Management, Electrical Superintendent, Electrical Construction Management, or a related leadership role.
• Experience supervising 25 or more electricians and field personnel.
• Strong background in commercial and/or industrial electrical construction and installation.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience managing project labor, safety, quality, scheduling, and profitability.
• Strong understanding of construction plans, specifications, RFIs, change orders, scheduling, and budgeting.
• Working knowledge of HVAC controls, motor controls, and commercial electrical systems.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Journeyman Electrician License or equivalent electrical trade experience.
• OSHA 30-Hour Certification.
• Advanced project management or construction management experience.
• Experience with industrial controls, automation, and building management systems.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.